A female lawmaker’s description of sexual harassment by a more powerful colleague has sparked a change: starting in January, Rhode Island lawmakers and…
senator
Posted inArticle, Business, Environment, Politics
Sen. Whitehouse Criticizes EPA Move On Environmental Regulations
EPA head Scott Pruitt wants to dismantle the policy known as the Clean Power Plan, adopted in 2015 to help reduce greenhouse gases.
Posted inArticle, Arts And Culture, Business, Education, Environment, Health, Politics
TGIF: 21 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
The fall campaign announcement season is here, bringing us closer to a new year bursting with political storylines. So thanks for stopping by. As usual,…
Posted inArticle, Arts And Culture, Business, Education, Health, Politics
TGIF: 23 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Nothing like a long afternoon-into-night at the Rhode Island Statehouse to add a dash of September excitement, right? We’ve got it all covered, so…
Posted inArticle, Business, Politics
U.S. Sen. Reed On Responding To The Equifax Data Breach
A group of 37 U.S. senators is calling for greater scrutiny of credit agency Equifax after a major data breach. The senators want to know if Equifax…
Posted inArticle, Business, Environment, Politics
RI General Assembly Passes Domestic Violence, Disability Pension, & Paid Sick Leave Bills
Meeting during a rare September session, the General Assembly on Tuesday passed bills to require paid sick days for workers, expand disability pension…
Posted inArticle, Environment, Health, Politics
Sen. Whitehouse On What's Next For Health Care
Are Americans ready to consider a single-payer health care system? What’s next for the Affordable Care Act, former President Barack Obama’s signature…
Posted inArticle, Business, Education, Environment, Health, Politics
TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Mid-September is here and with it a burst of General Assembly activity. So thanks for stopping by for the return of my weekly column. As usual, your…
Posted inArticle, Business, Education, Politics
Supporters Bat Leadoff In First Hearing On Proposed PawSox Stadium
Supporters of a proposed $83 million ballpark for the Pawtucket Red Sox offered four hours of endorsements Thursday night before opponents got a chance…
Posted inArticle, Business, Education, Politics
Conley Says Merit, Not Public Opinion, Will Decide Fate Of PawSox Stadium Proposal
Rhode Island Senate Finance Chairman William Conley (D-East Providence) said public opinion is important, but will not ultimately determine the fate of…
